I LOVE this Ribbon Wreath!
I found the idea/tutorial on Tatertots and Jello. Of course, any time I see something made with ribbon, I jump all over it, and I am very pleased about the result. My door certainly screams Halloween!
The awesome thing about this idea is that you can do this with any holiday. I am already thinking of what I can do for Christmas with Red, Green, and lots of White!
The tutorial called for lots and lots of ribbon. I ended up with quite a bit leftover. Since I had so much left over, I felt like I HAD to use it. I ended up making this bow with the loops. It’s hard to see since it’s using the same ribbons as the wreath, but still pretty.
I bought 12 different ribbons in 5 yard increments. Doing it again, I would only do about 10 different ones, or less if using thicker ribbon. 3/8″ ribbon is great for accents. I would also not cut up all the ribbon at first. Leave a little bit left over of each so you can use it if you end up not needing it. I don’t know how I am going to use all these loops. 
If you’re interested in making one for this fall, instead of for Halloween, I would use less greens, purples, and blacks, and stick with more oranges and browns. That way it looks great now, and will look great until Christmas decorations go up.
I used 12 kinds of ribbon. If you’re interested in some of the same ones, of course you can find them all at The Ribbon Retreat!
Polka Dot Orange with White 1 1/2″
Polka Dot Black with White 7/8″
Polka Dot Apple Green with White 3/8″
Biggie Dots Green/Black 7/8″
Biggie Dots Orange 7/8″
Gingham/Checks White/Orange 7/8″
Stripes Purple 5/8″
Solid Grosgrain Deep Purple 5/8″
Double Faced Satin Black 7/8″
Lacy Scallop Black 1/2″-My Favorite!
Lollipop Orange/Black 3/8″
Double Ruffle Gold 5/8″
This wreath was quite a bit of work, so if you’re looking to use ribbon for a wreath, but don’t have the time to do this one, I found this idea on The Speckled Dog.
We added some painted pumpkins next to our door, and I finally feel ready for fall. I hope you enjoy this idea and I would love to see pictures if you try it out!
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WOW!! I LOVE this!!! You did such a great job! It looks beautiful! Perfect for Halloween!
These wreaths are AWESOME! I especially love the 1st one! You did a really awesome job! I am really wanting to tackle one of these now! I wonder if my 7 year old daughter would be able to help me! What a great idea and even a great gift idea for someone! LOVE LOVE LOVE this idea! Thanks!
I think I may make one for every holiday! 
I am so excited!
very nice! it looks like a lot of work and ribbon
What ribbon did you wrap the foam wreath with? Did you sew your pieces or did you glue them together to make the loops? I love it, you did an awesome job.
Hi Becky! I just used some leftover Solid Grosgrain White ribbon in 1 1/2″ that I had. I did sew all of my pieces together first and then cut them up and glued them on. I think that it helped keep it together better than just gluing. Gluing would work, but just take a little more effort. Thanks!
I am working on my first wreath right now. I can’t wait to upload a picture to show everyone
I LOVE that wreath! As soon as Halloween ribbon goes on clearance, I have to buy some!
As for your leftover loops – you could make more bows and stick them on barrettes for any little girls you know, or even older girls who are cheerleaders.
Your ribbon wreath turned out fantastic!!!
I did one earlier this month and let me tell you…that was work! LOL I learned alot of lessons the hard way and even though I said NEVER AGAIN, I’m seriously thinking about doing on for Christmas….the right way.
Wow that is fabulous. I love the bright colors that it produces. Wow I don’t do much with ribbon but I have a appriecation for ribbon projects.
That is SERIOUSLY the coolest thing I’ve ever seen. I haven’t found a wreath that matches my painted pumpkin topiaries, and I think this is a perfect idea! Can’t wait to get started. My husband will be thrilled that I’m taking on yet another project.
Thanks for sharing!
I LOVE THIS!! Great job, wanted to say you could use the extra cut pieces you have to make spikes for bows or just make some loop bows! Again GORGEOUS! ~Jessa
Spikes for bows is a great idea! Thanks Jessa!
I absolutely LOVE this wreath!! Ive loved learning new craft ideas since I was very young. However Im just getting started on ribbon projects. Is there anyway you would possibly post or email step by step instructions for this? I would love to start one now for Christmas. If you or any other members would like to share any other project ideas I would love to see them. Thanks so much!
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Hi Tina! You will love this wreath! The step by step instructions can be found on Tatertots and Jello blog.
http://tatertotsandjello.blogspot.com/2010/09/happy-halloween-wreath-tutorial.html
I have some projects coming up and I will share some others I’ve seen as well! Happy Crafting!
I just started reading your blog recently, and just came across this post today. I LOVE this wreath – such gorgeous ribbon choices! And dare I say it, I think your wreath is prettier than on the blog with the instructions! ; )
Your wreath looks fuller and fatter than the one on tatertots, why is that?
I think it is because I went farther out on the sides and in the center than TTAJ did. And I also was very picky about the wreath form showing, so I glued ribbon down everywhere I could. And maybe because I used a lot more smaller width ribbon? Not sure! But I do know that I find it hard to believe she used all of her ribbon. I had 12 different kinds in 5 yards and had plenty left over. It took me awhile to do this since I had such small widths. If I did it again, I would use only 7/8″ and 1 1/2″ (maybe one or two smaller) and hope it would be done faster.
Are you making one??? They are so cute!
I absolutely LOVE your wreath! I love how full it is. You said you used 5 yards of each ribbon, but the tutorial says 5 feet of each ribbon. I just wanted to make sure what amount to go with before I order a bunch ribbon. I can’t wait to try this out!
Hi Dorothy! Good eyes! No wonder mine is more full!
I blame pregnancy brain for that one, I was about 3 months pregnant when I did that wreath.
If you go with more ribbon, the wreath will be much more full. I decided if I do one again, I would still do five yards, but probably 10 ribbons instead of 12. And a good mixture of widths; if you only do 7/8″ and 1 1/2″ ribbons, you’ll probably want less than 10 ribbons. Hope this helps! (And thanks for pointing that out! I seriously thought I was going crazy.
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